Motivating students to engage with language learning 28 February 2013 With languages no longer compulsory at key stage 4, showing students the relevance of languages and inspiring them to want to take their learning further is key. Karine Kleywegt looks at her school’s approach.
How can we continue to raise the quality of our teaching? 7 February 2013 Sharing your ‘butterfly’ practices, good behaviour management, evidence-led CPD and nurturing teacher expertise were listed as some of the keys to raising the quality teaching during a “Tweet-Up” debate featuring Sir Tim Brighouse and Professor Dylan Wili
The place of subjects and skills in the curriculum 7 February 2013 The relationship between subjects and skills and their place in the curriculum is at the heart of the debate over what 21st century education should look like. Bill Watkin introduces two articles from two schools outlining their different approaches.
Literacy learning ideas 7 February 2013 Sarah Hughes looks at a number of tried-and-tested ideas to engage and motivate your students in improving their literacy levels.
Using PE to teach vital skills 7 February 2013 Government cuts and an obsession with competitive sport is not helpful as schools try to create a true Olympic legacy. Ben Solly looks at how we can engage every pupil in PE and teach wider skills at the same time.
SEN training for every teacher? 7 February 2013 The Every Teacher campaign wants all teachers to receive training to support students with special needs and is targeting both politicians and headteachers. Lorraine Petersen explains.
Red Nose Day: Letting your students take control 31 January 2013 Letting your students take charge of planning charitable activities boosts their confidence, supports learning and develops life-skills. John Duncan explains how his students take charge for Comic Relief.
Schools invited to take part in Mathematics Mastery in bid to close attainment gap 31 January 2013 Schools can apply for funded places on the Mathematics Mastery project looking at collaborative approaches to closing the attainment gap. Dr Helen Drury explains.
A blueprint for ICT innovation 24 January 2013 The recent Decoding Learning study seeks to pinpoint innovative practice by teachers and students when it comes to exploiting technology in education. It offers eight approaches to innovation with ICT. Professor Rosemary Luckin explains.
Student Council Summit – developing pupil voice 24 January 2013 All Saints Catholic School recently hosted its first Student Council Summit involving nine local schools. Danni Almond explains why the school decided to create and host the event and discusses the importance of pupil voice.
Mentoring: Unlocking their potential 24 January 2013 The Unlocking Potential mentoring programme – a partnership between AQA and the Dame Kelly Holmes Legacy Trust – is being continued in 2013 after remarkable success last year. Andrew Hall explains how you can nominate your students.
The power of music in education 17 January 2013 Despite the pressures of the English Baccalaureate, Stretford High School has invested in its music provision. Head James Haseldine explains why.
Cornwall's approach to designing new ICT curricula 17 January 2013 Ahead of his seminar at the Bett Show 2013, Ed Walsh from Cornwall Learning discusses how the county’s schools are changing their approaches to ICT education and developing new curricula.
How do you define 21st century skills? 10 January 2013 What would be on your list of the 21st century skills that all students must be exposed to? Niel McLean discusses how evidence and research must contribute to this debate.
The librarian of the year on how we can make a difference for reluctant young readers 6 December 2012 The recently crowned School Librarian of the Year, Adam Lancaster, looks at how technology can help make a difference for struggling young readers.
12 writing and literacy competitions to inspire your students 6 December 2012 There are a wide range of websites, competitions and initiatives aimed at helping to develop literacy and writing skills. Teacher Isobel Durrant looks at some of what's out there.
Resources to help your students stay safe on the railways 6 December 2012 A range of new resources is aiming to promote railway safety within secondary schools. Mark Shaoul explains.
Are your students afraid of failure? 22 November 2012 Are children today too afraid of failure, taking risks or thinking for themselves? Professor Tanya Byron says that students need to develop emotional intelligence and resilience if they are to succeed. But how can schools approach this challenge?
How can schools help change negative attitudes to maths? 22 November 2012 The National Numeracy Challenge signals a concerted effort to help the estimated 17 million workers who have poor numeracy skills ― but what can schools do to help change negative attitudes to maths?
Climate Week 2013 22 November 2012 Founder of Climate Week Kevin Steele explains how the initiative provides a platform for teachers to engage pupils to take action on climate change. He also introduces the popular Climate Week Challenge.
Developing successful music partnerships 15 November 2012 Malcolm Arnold Academy makes effective use of external musical partnerships. Michelle Reading, head of music, explains how they have achieved success with their provision.
Pedagogy unplugged ― understanding how children learn 8 November 2012 From teacher collaboration to how children learn, the work of Professor Bill Lucas is providing a blueprint for 21st century education. We preview his speech at the forthcoming SSAT National Conference when he will encourage teachers to ask: How can I do
Innovative secondary language projects 8 November 2012 The European Language Label recognises innovation in the teaching of languages across the continent. This year, seven UK secondary projects were among the winners. Imke Djouadj and Eva Oliver take a look.
Five approaches that will make our schools world class 24 October 2012 The Whole Education Network champions and shares innovative practice in education. David Crossley considers five key approaches in areas including assessment, accountability and teacher creativity that will help our schools to become world class.
The role of self-esteem 18 October 2012 Everyone should have high self-esteem ― or should they? Dr Stephanie Thornton asks if we have got the balance between praise and realism right.
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